فاضل

Fadel

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Fadel is a Muslim boy name of Arabic origin, meaning “Virtuous, excellent, generous”.

MeaningVirtuous, excellent, generous
GenderBoy
OriginArabic
Written asفاضل
PronunciationFAA-del
TraditionMuslim
Used inEgypt, Levant, Iraq

Meaning and origin of Fadel

Fadel is a familiar spelling of the Arabic Fāḍil, describing someone virtuous, distinguished or excellent in character. Grammatically it is the active form of a root about excelling and being gracious, the same root that gives faḍl, grace or favour, and faḍīla, virtue. Egyptians and Levantines usually say and write it as Fadel or Fadil, while Persian and South Asian speakers prefer Fazil or Fazel.

Is Fadel a Muslim name?

Fadel is a Muslim name of Arabic origin that praises virtue and excellence.

How popular is Fadel?

Widespread throughout the Arab world, with Fazil and Fazel used in Persian and South Asian communities.

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Spellings and variants of Fadel

FadilFazilFadhilFazel

Names similar to Fadel

FadilFazilFadlFadila

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Fadel mean?

Fadel means 'Virtuous, excellent, generous'. It is of Arabic origin.

Is Fadel a Muslim name?

Fadel is a Muslim name of Arabic origin that praises virtue and excellence.

How do you pronounce Fadel?

Fadel is pronounced FAA-del.

Is Fadel a boy or girl name?

Fadel is usually a boy name.

Updated October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.